Talking Motorcycles with Patrick Simmons/Cris Simmons and Norm Nelson

Norman Frederick Nelson is a retired Delta pilot and Naval avaitor. He will need all of his navigating and riding skills to win the 2016 Motorcycle Cannonball riding his 1911 Reading Standard motorcycle named "Steady Freddie" Norm named the bike after his father, Fred, who recently passed at 105 years old. The Reading Standard is 105 years old. Norm's plan is to ride steady and smooth while navigating the difficult coast to coast route that is the 2016 Motorcycle Cannonball. He finished third in his first Cannonball, Second in his second attempt and hopes to win in his third attempt!

Cris Sommor Simmons is in the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame. She is an author, motorcycle journalist and motorcyclist. She is again competing in the Motorcycle Cannonball on her 1915 Harley-Davidson three speed. We look forward to a great conversation when she returns to the show!

Patrick Simmons is one of the lead vocalist and guitar players of the Doobie Brothers. He has written many of their biggest hits and number one classic hits. From the beginning of his musical career and success with the Doobie Brothers he has been a natural ambassador for motorcycling. Patrick is a lover of vintage motorcycles, especially Harley Davidsons and is about to compete in his third Cannonball on his 1915 Harley Davidson. We will discuss his 50 years with the Doobie Brothers who are still going strong. Mostly we will talk about riding vintage motorcycles. 

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